December 16 will definitely be a showdown between Smooth and Showtime, as Anthony Pettis attempts to snatch the title from Benson Henderson. Can Henderson keep the crown on his head?

Benson Henderson is once again putting his lightweight crown in line as he defends his title against Anthony Pettis at WEC 53. Benson “Smooth” Henderson has won 11 straight competition en route to being proclaimed as the best 155-pound fighter in the world. Meanwhile, Anthony “Showtime” Pettis is a 23-year-old contender that has a record of 4-1 anchoring his resume. With a Knockout of the Night and Submission of the Night awards attached to his name, he has all the tools to be a kingpin one day. Will that one day be on December 16 at Arizona? That remains to be seen.

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